Weekend updates - September 9, 2011

Just in time for the weekend, here's a collection of regional news and notes that may be of interest:

If you're planning on climbing Mt St Helens, the climbing report warns to leave early and carry plenty of water:Climbers can expect very warm temperatures through the weekend. We are advising climbers to leave early morning before 8am and carry at least 3 quarts of water per person.The full climbing report is here.

If you're heading to the Enchantments, be aware that the upper portion of the Icicle Creek Road is closed:Upper Icicle Road # 7600 will be CLOSED to all access past Ida Creek Campground because of road construction and decommissioning beginning September 13. The closure is expected to be in effect for one week. The full news release is here.